Category: Recalls

  • Flu Deaths in Children Exceed 100 for 2016-2017

    This is not a statistic I like to relate to readers of this blog: 101 deaths in children from flu-related causes have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for 2016-2017–and these are the deaths which have been reported.

    There may have been some deaths where causes were not readily discernible or were more complicated, or possibly not diagnosed and not reported as flu-related deaths. Flu shots, according to a recent study, are still the best deterrent to kids getting the flu and bringing it to school or bringing it home from school and spreading the flu. We are now less than two months away from the new school year’s start, and while we don’t offer medical advice in this blog, we encourage parents to get the facts on the flu and consider having their children receive whatever current flu vaccine shots are available when the time comes to help retard the spread of the flu and keep kids and families safe. “CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older. Influenza vaccination rates among children (6 months to 17 years) have been around 60% for the past several seasons.” 1

    According to the CDC, during the 2012-2013 and 2014-2015 flu seasons, the Influenza A (H3N2) virus predominated. That strain of the virus is generally associated with more difficult outcomes in children and the elderly. A recent CDC study (published in Pediatrics) has confirmed that flu vaccine can prevent flu-related deaths in children and “can reduce the risk…by 51%” 2

    This is impressive and makes it a no-brainer for me that it’s important to get a shot and be protected.

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    1 https://www.CDC.gov/flu/news/reported-flu-deaths-children.htm,
    June 23, 2017, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD),
    1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA
    30329-4027 USA

    2 Ibid.

  • Douglas Recalls Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: May 17, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-155

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Plush toys

    Hazard: The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.

    Remedy: Replace, Refund
    Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.

    Consumer Contact: Douglas at 800-276-4029 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.douglastoys.com and click on Product Recall for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Douglas-Recalls-Plush-Toys

    Recall Details

    Units: About 25,000

    Description: This recall involves the Oliver™ the Bear, Chewie™ the English Bulldog, and Charlotte™ the Fox model plush toys. Oliver the Bear is a brown and tan stuffed bear, with a blue t-shirt that reads “Oliver the Bear” and a red, removable cape. Chewie is a stuffed, brown and white English Bulldog with a blue patch sewn on the chest that reads “Chewie.” Charlotte is a stuffed, brown, black and white Fox with removable blue cape. Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words “DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy.”

    Incidents/Injuries:
    Douglas has received two reports of the plastic eyes detaching or loosening. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold at: Specialty toy and gift stores nationwide from July 2014 to April 2017 for about $20. Also distributed by UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) to various individuals and organizations.

    Manufacturer: Douglas Company Inc., of Keene, N.H.

    Importer: Douglas Company Inc., of Keene, N.H.

    Manufactured In: China

  • Graco Recalls Some Graco My Ride 65 Convertible Car Seats

    Recall Date: May 10 2017

    NHTSA Campaign Number: 17C001000

    Potential Number of Units Affected: 25494

    Child Seat Webbing may Tear Under Load/FMVSS 213
    A child that is not adequately restrained in a crash has an increased risk of an injury.
    Manufacturer Graco Children’s Products Inc.

    Summary

    Graco Children’s Products Inc. (Graco) is recalling certain Graco My Ride 65 convertible child restraints, models 1871689, 1908152, 1813074, 1872691, 1853478, 1877535, 1813015, and 1794334. In the event of a crash, the child seat webbing may not adequately restrain the child. As such, these car seats fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, “Child Restraint Systems.”

    Remedy: Graco will notify owners, and dealers will provide consumers with a replacement harness, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 17, 2017. Owners may contact Graco customer service at 1-800-345-4109.

    Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  • Combi USA Recalls Stroller and Car Seat Combos Due to Fall Hazard

    Recall Date: May 4, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-146

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Combi Shuttle Travel System (stroller and car seat combos)

    Hazard: The car seat can disengage from the stroller’s frame, posing a fall hazard to infants.

    Remedy: Repair
    Consumers should stop using the recalled strollers with the car seats attached and contact Combi for a free repair, which consists of straps to secure the car seat to the stroller. Consumers can continue to use the strollers and car seats separately.

    Consumer Contact: Combi USA toll-free at 844-332-6730 from 8 a.m.
    to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.combiusa.com and click on “Safety Notifications” at the bottom of the page for more information. Combi USA will contact consumers who registered their products.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Combi-USA-Recalls-Stroller-and-Car-Seat-Combos

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1,000

    Description: This recall involves Combi Shuttle model strollers and car seats, which when used together are called a travel system. The strollers and car seats have model number 6100027 or 6100100 printed on a label on the base of the car seat and stroller’s leg. The car seat and stroller were sold in titanium (silver) and red chili (red) colors. Combi is printed on the front of the stroller and the car seat. Shuttle is printed above the model number.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold at: Online at Amazon.com, Babies R Us.com, Target.com and other online retailers from June 2015 through September 2016 for between $350 and $400 for the stroller and the car seat when sold together.

    Importer: Combi USA, Charlotte, N.C.

    Manufactured in: China

  • Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

    Recall Date: April 27, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-142

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Poco child carriers

    Hazard: A child seated in the carrier can slip through the leg openings, posing a fall hazard to children.

    Remedy: Repair
    Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carriers and contact Osprey for a free Seat Pad Insert for use along with the existing safety straps to secure the child in the carrier. Consumers who previously received and installed the free Seat Pad Insert in their carriers are not required to take further action.

    Consumer Contact: Osprey toll-free at 866-951-5197 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at pocoseatpad@ospreypacks.com or online at www.ospreypacks.com and click on “Poco Safety Notices” on the navigation bar at the top right hand corner of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Osprey-Recalls-Child-Backpack-Carriers

    Recall Details

    Units: About 82,000(in addition, about 5,732 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves all models of Poco, Poco Plus and Poco Premium child backpack carriers manufactured between January 2012 and December 2014. The nylon child carriers were sold in three colors: “Romper Red,” “Koala Grey,” and “Bouncing Blue.” They have a metal frame and a gray padded child’s seat inside. The production date is stamped on a black label sewn into the interior of the large lower zippered compartment on the back of the carrier. Recalled carriers have a production date code of S12SBPR1, S12SBPR1B, S12SBPR2, S12SBPR3, S12SBPR4, F12SBPR1, F12SBPR2, S13SB IPO, S13SBPR1, S13SBPR2, S13SBPR3, S13SBPR4, F13SBPR1, F13SBPR2, F13SBPR3, S14SBPR1, S14SBPR2, S14SBPR3, S14SBPR4, S14SBPR5. “Osprey” is printed on the fabric above the kick stand. The model name is printed on the back at the bottom.

    Incidents/Injuries: Osprey has received four reports of children falling through the carrier leg openings, resulting in one report of a skull fracture and one report of scratches to the head.

    Sold at: REI and specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from January 2012 to December 2015 for between $200 and $300.

    Importer: Osprey Child Safety Products LLC and Osprey Packs Inc., of Cortez,Colo.

    Manufactured in: Vietnam

  • Fred Meyer Recalls Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts and Girls Bomber Jackets Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards

    Recall Date: April 4, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-125

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s zipper hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets

    Hazard: The zipper pull can detach from the sweatshirt, posing choking and laceration hazards to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumers should immediately stop using the sweatshirt or jacket, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

    Consumer Contact: Fred Meyer at 800-576-4377 from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at https://www.fredmeyer.com and click on “Recall Alert” located at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Photos available at https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Fred-Meyer-Recalls-Childrens-Hooded-Sweatshirts-and-Girls-Bomber-Jackets

    Recall Details

    Units: About 48,000

    Description: This recall involves Kids Korner brand fleece hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets with a front zipper, two front pockets, and knit ribbing around the wrists and waist. The sweatshirts were sold in 18 different prints and solid colors in infant, toddler, and children’s sizes 9 months to youth size 7. Kids Korner is printed on the label at the back of the neck. A white label sewn into the lower left inside seam has the manufacture date of “11/16” and style numbers ending in 8701P, 8701YD, 8671P, 9019, or 9022P.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold at: Fred Meyer, Kroger, Smith’s and Fry’s Marketplace from February 2017 through March 2017 for between $7 and $10.

    Importer: Fred Meyer, Inc., of Portland, Ore.

    Manufactured in: China

  • Juratoys Recalls Toy Trolleys Due to Impact Injury Hazard

    Recall Date: March 29, 2017

    Recall Number: 17- 120

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Bricolo by Janod ® Push toy trolleys

    Hazard: The toy trolleys can tip backwards, posing an impact injury hazard to children.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled trolleys and keep them out of the reach of young children until they have installed a repair kit. Contact Juratoys for a free repair kit that includes instructions, tools, and footers to prevent the toy from tipping backwards.

    Consumer Contact: Juratoys toll free at 877-277-1663 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.janod.com and click on “Product Recall” under the “Janod Express” tab at the top of the page for more information.

    Photos available at: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Juratoys-Recalls-Toy-Trolleys

    Recall Details

    Units: About 9,900 (in addition about 640 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves four Bricolo by Janod® -push toy trolleys. The French Cocotte Cooker trolley is red with orange wheels and includes a cooktop with fried egg shapes, an oven and eight accessories, including pots and pans “Janod” printed on the side and front of the trolley and J06544 printed on the base of the toy. The DIY-Magnetic trolley is gray and black with red wheels with work station and tools. “Bricolo” is printed on the front of the DIY-Magnetic trolley and J06505 is printed on the base of the toy. The Redmaster-Magnetic DIY trolley is black and gray with red wheels and 21 accessories, including three magnetic tools and a set of gears. J06493 is printed on the base of the toy. The Barbecue trolley is brightly colored and comes with a magnetic spatula, magnetic barbecue fork, one piece of pork, two sausages, one fish, one piece of beef, and three tomatoes. J06523 is printed on the base of the toy. The trolleys measure approximately 17 inches tall and have a 1 foot by 1 foot base. Item numbers can be found here: www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Juratoys-Recalls-Toy-Trolleys

    Incidents/Injuries: Juratoys has received two reports of trolleys falling backwards, both resulting in ER visits. One involved a tooth extraction the other a laceration to the child’s nose.

    Sold at: Various toy stores nationwide including Giggle and Saks Fifth Avenue, and online at Zulily.com from September 2012 to March 2017 for about $100. The Janod Barbecue trolley sold for about $70.

    Importer: Juratoys U.S. of Fairfield, N.J.

    Manufactured in: China

  • Target Recalls Magnetic Tic Tac Toe Games Due to Choking and Magnet Ingestion Hazards

    Recall Date: March 29, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-119

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Magnetic tic tac toe games

    Hazard: The magnets can come off the tic tac toe game pieces, posing a choking hazard. In addition, when two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside the intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tic tac toe game and return it to any Target store for a full refund.

    Consumer Contact: Target at 800-440-0680 between 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT any day or online at www.target.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page, then on “School/Stationery/Seasonal” or the “Product Recalls” tab on Target’s Facebook page for more information.

    Photos available at: www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Target-Recalls-Magnetic-Tic-Tac-Toe-Games

    Recall Details

    Units: About 19,000

    Description: This recall involves a magnetic tic tac toe 10 x 10 inch plywood board with nine “X” and “Heart” game pieces. The game pieces have a magnet on the back. Model number “234-25-1089” is printed on the bottom right corner of the product.

    Incidents/Injuries: Target has received one report of the magnets falling off the game piece. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide from December 2016 through February 2017 for about $5.

    Importer/Retailer: Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.

    Manufactured in: China

  • LIVLY Recalls Children’s Sleepwear Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

    Recall Date: March 14, 2017

    Recall Number: 17-110

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s robes and two-piece pajama sets

    Hazard: The children’s robes and pajama sets fail to meet federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumers should immediately take the recalled children’s clothing away from children and contact LIVLY for a full refund.

    Consumer Contact: LIVLY toll-free at 844-350-7728 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.livlyclothing.com and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Photos available here: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/LIVLY-Recalls-Childrens-Sleepwear

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1,200

    Description: This recall involves children’s robes and two-piece pajama sets. The recalled two-piece sets are a long-sleeve top and pants and have a sewn-in side fabric label that has “LIVLY,” “www.livlyclothing.com” and RN number 146214 printed on it. The two-piece sets also have a printed label with “LIVLY” on the back of the neck and at the back of the pants. The recalled robes have a chest pocket on the left side with the word “Mini” embroidered on it, two pockets at the bottom and one snap-closure on the right side above the abdomen for closure. A belt is attached to the center back of the robe and an outline of a sleeping face is embroidered on the back of the robe. A fabric label with “LIVLY” and the size is sewn on the inside of the neck of the robe. More information here: https://cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/LIVLY-Recalls-Childrens-Sleepwear

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold at: Baby Elaine, Bluebelle, Le Bambini, The Hosiery Boutique, LIVLY and other specialty stores and online at Gilt.com, LivlyClothing.com and other websites from February 2016 through January 2017 for about $55 for the children’s two-piece pajama sets and $78 for the children’s robes.

    Importer: LCK Design LLC d/b/a Livly Clothing, Sunny Isles, Fla.

    Manufactured in: Peru

  • Dillard’s Recalls Baby Jackets Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: February 28, 2017

    Recall Number: 17- 099

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Faux-Fur Hooded Bear Coats

    Hazard: The metal snaps on the jackets can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coat and return it to the nearest Dillard’s store for a full refund. To obtain a prepaid envelope to return the product by mail, customers can contact Dillard’s.

    Consumer Contact: Dillard’s at 800-345-5273 from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Sunday, by email at bearcoat.recall@dillards.com or online at www.dillards.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Photos available at: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Dillards-Recalls-Baby-Jackets

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1,800

    Description: This recall involves the Starting Out Baby Girls 3-24 Months Faux-Fur Hooded Bear Coat with style numbers F64CI801I and F64CI801N. The coat is labeled for children aged 3-24 months and has metal snap closures. It is an ivory faux fur coat with animal ears on the hood. The “Starting Out” logo and style number can be found on the tag sewn into the garment.

    Incidents/Injuries: Dillard’s has received one report of snaps detaching. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold at: Dillard’s stores nationwide and online at www.dillards.com from September 2016 through December 2016 for about $40.

    Importer/Distributor: Dillard’s Inc., of Little Rock, Ark.

    Manufactured in: China